Welcome to enjoy some midnight sun and trailrunning crazyness to

NUTS Ylläs Pallas

17.–18.7.2026

  
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What

NUTS Ylläs Pallas
An iconic trail running event in the breathtaking Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park, north of the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland. Distances range from 15 km to 160 km,.

Where

Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park, Finland
Start locations in Hetta, Pallas, and Äkäslompolo Ylläs, with 66km route finishing at Pallas and all other at Äkäslompolo. The trails take runners through marked paths in the fells and untouched Arctic wilderness.

When

July 17–18, 2026
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LIVE

GPS tracking

160 km › 100 km › 66 km ›

16.7.2026

Torstai | Thursday

12.00–

NUTS Kids & Juniors numerolappujako alkaa | NUTS Kids & Juniors Bib pick up start

Äkäslompolo

13:00

2,5km lähtö – Lähtö 1. ”NUTS: Polkujuoksijan alkuaskel” | 2,5km start – Start 1 “NUTS: The Trail Runner’s First Step”

Äkäslompolo

14:00

5km lähtö – Lähtö 2. ”NUTS: Polkujuoksijan haaste” | 5km start – Start 2 “NUTS: The Trail Runner’s Challenge”

Äkäslompolo

18.00–22.00

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup
15–160 km

Äkäslompolo

17.7.2026

Perjantai | Friday

09.00–13.00

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup
15–160 km

Äkäslompolo

10.50

Spare bagien jättö Äkäslompoloon tapahtumakeskukseen 160 km sulkeutuu. Saagasta juoksubussilla tulevat voivat jättää bagit Jounin kaupan pysäkille rullakkoon.

Drop-off for spare bags at the event center in Äkäslompolo for the 160 km race closes. Those coming by race bus from Saaga can leave their bags in the rack at the Jounin Kauppa stop.

Äkäslompolo

13.00

Lähtö | Start Of
160 km

Hetta

15.00

Lähtö | Start Of
66 km

Hetta

17.00–21.00

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup
15–100 km

Äkäslompolo

21.35

Spare bagien jättö Äkäslompoloon tapahtumakeskukseen 100 km sulkeutuu. Saagasta juoksubussilla tulevat voivat jättää bagit Jounin kaupan pysäkille rullakkoon.

Drop-off for spare bags at the event center in Äkäslompolo for the 100 km race closes. Those coming by race bus from Saaga can leave their bags in the rack at the Jounin Kauppa stop.

23.00

Lähtö Start Of
100 km

Pallas

18.7.2026

Lauantai | Saturday

05.00

66 km maali sulkeutuu The finish line will be closed

Pallas

10.00–13.45

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup
15–37 km

Äkäslompolo

12.00

Lähtö | Start Of
37 km

Äkäslompolo

14.00

Lähtö | Start Of
15 km

Äkäslompolo

19.00

Palkintojenjako kaikki matkat
Prize ceremony all distances

Äkäslompolo

24.00

160 km, 100 km, 37 km maali sulkeutuu | The finish line will be closed

Äkäslompolo

Tsekkaa bussikuljetukset & Shuttle-bussit täältä!
Check the bus transfers & shuttle buses here!

  • 160 km (pe 13.00 alkaen)
  • 100 km (pe 23.00 alkaen)
  • 66 km (pe 15.00 alkaen)

Distances & Routes

  • 160 km

    160 km through Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park! The classic Hetta–Pallas, midnight trails, and the Ylläs crossing – an unforgettable ultra adventure in the Arctic night.
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  • 100 km

    Experience the magic of the Midnight Sun: 100 km from Pallas to Äkäslompolo through national park trails and forests. A true ultra challenge in the light of the Arctic night!
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  • 66 km

    The legendary Hetta–Pallas hiking trail with an extra twist! 66 km of open fells, deep gorges, and stunning national park scenery – a true classic with a little more adventure.
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  • 37 km

    Over Ylläs and onto the trails of Kesänki! The route climbs Ylläs from the Ylläsjärvi side, descends to Kellokas, and joins the shorter route through Pirunkuru and Tahkokuru. Stunning views!
    Read More › 37 km

  • 15 km

    From Äkäslompolo through Pirunkuru and Tahkokuru to stunning Kesänki landscapes! A compact trail running experience in Lapland, perfect for runners of all levels.
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  • NUTS Kids & Juniors

    Young Runners’ Adventure: In conjunction with NUTS Ylläs Pallas, we host a fun and accessible trail running event for children and youth. Filled with joy and the spirit of outdoor activities, runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the fun and challenge themselves. The event takes place near Äkäslompolo in the Ylläs area and is part of the Ylläs Outdoor Week, with the trail run scheduled for Thursday, July 11, 2024.
    Read More › NUTS Kids & Juniors

OFFICIAL PARTNER

Ylämäkialamäki & Dynafit serves as the official partner of our events – they provide amazing main trip prizes and equip you with the best possible gear for trail running

NUTS Partners >

OFFICIAL ENERGY PARTNER

Nosht continues as the official energy partner of NUTS in 2026 – together with Jollos, they keep you moving from start to finish. At the aid stations, you’ll get high-quality energy to help you stay strong on the trails and ensure your legs carry you powerfully all the way to the finish line.

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